Senior Infrastructure / DevSecOps Engineer (RF Ground Systems)

CACI International Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 82,100 - 172,400; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc in Denver seeks a Senior Infrastructure / DevSecOps Engineer specializing in RF Ground Systems to design and deliver complex RF software into operations.

You will work with Kubernetes, GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, and automation in Python or Shell, while enforcing security and compliance. The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph, and up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field or 4 years of directly related work experience.
• 5+ years of Infrastructure/DevOps experience with RF ground systems.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and engagement with virtual or remote teams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes and deploying RF applications to Kubernetes clusters.
• Experience with using Helm charts to deploy software to Kubernetes clusters (e.g., Argo CD).
• Strong experience with at least one of the major cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and tools (GitLab, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.).
• Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Bash, Python, GitHub workflows).
• IAT Level II or III certification (i.e., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CASP+).
• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with required Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage RF ground systems infrastructure using Kubernetes and GitLab.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent and secure cloud infrastructure deployments.
• Scripting and Automation: Write and maintain scripts in Python or Shell to automate RF ground system processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Cloud Security: Apply enterprise security design principles to RF ground systems workflow, ensuring that security is an integral part of the development process.
• Incident Response: Participate in incident response activities, identifying and mitigating security threats in real‑time.
• Compliance and Audits: Ensure that all DevSecOps practices comply with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to foster a culture of shared responsibility for security.

Skills

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Python scripting

Bash scripting

Interpersonal skills

Security best practices

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

GitLab

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Argo CD

Helm charts

Docker

Podman

Terraform

Cloud platforms AWS/GCP/Azure

Job description

Job Title: Senior Infrastructure / DevSecOps Engineer (RF Ground Systems)

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 8/28/2026

Job Description

The Opportunity: This position is for a Senior DevSecOps Engineer specializing in RF Ground Systems. You will be working closely with a talented team to deliver a complex RF ground systems software application into operations. Our ideal candidate is a DevSecOps Engineer who is a hard‑charging self‑starter that can come onto a team and begin to produce quickly. You should have an advanced understanding of Kubernetes, containerization, automated test, and deployment pipelines, with a focus on RF ground systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage RF ground systems infrastructure using tools like Kubernetes and GitLab.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure consistent and secure cloud infrastructure deployments.
• Scripting and Automation: Write and maintain scripts in Python or Shell to automate RF ground system processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Cloud Security: Apply enterprise security design principles to RF ground systems workflow, ensuring that security is an integral part of the development process.
• Incident Response: Participate in incident response activities, identifying and mitigating security threats in real‑time.
• Compliance and Audits: Ensure that all DevSecOps practices comply with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to foster a culture of shared responsibility for security.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field or 4 years of directly related work experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of Infrastructure/DevOps experience with a focus on RF ground systems.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and engagement with virtual or remote teams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes and deploying RF applications to Kubernetes clusters.
• Experience with using Helm charts to deploy software to Kubernetes clusters (e.g., Argo CD).
• Strong experience with at least one of the major cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and tools (GitLab, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.).
• Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Bash, Python, GitHub workflows).
• IAT Level II or III certification (i.e., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CASP+).
• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with required Polygraph.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of Scrum and Agile software development methodology.
• Familiarity with government risk management framework (RMF) processes.
• Experience with container tools (Docker, Podman) and container orchestration.
• Experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Basic understanding of observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or similar.
• Experience with RF ground systems and related technologies.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers – every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is $82,100-$172,400.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.